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What to Expect

A cycling tour in Arashiyama area located in the west part of Kyoto city with old and beautiful temples and refreshing bamboo forest. A suitable area for cycling, bacause of flat roads and a lot of spots dotted within about 1km of the central station.

Important

Meeting Point
At JR Kyoto station (ground floor, in front of the central gate under the arcade)

Ending Point
At a station convenient for your next visit

Duration
5 hours

Starting time
09:30 AM

Number of people
1 to 6

What‘s included

guide fee

What‘s not included

transportation fee/¥240 per person from Kyoto station to Saga Arashiyama station

as for the way back

it depends on your next destination.

rental bicycle fee (you and guide) /¥1

000

lunch

admission fee (see, FAQ)

Frequently Asked Questions

What do you recommend after this tour?

How about taking "Sagano Romantic Train"? (traditional trolley train) You can enjoy the panoramic view along the Hozu river from March to December. It's such a great way to feel part of nature.
(one-way fare: ¥620 per person, about 25 minutes)

Is this tour called off if it rains?

No, but if cycling is impossible, the tour will be changed to a walking tour and some farther destinations will be omitted.

When is the best season for cycling in this area?

Actually, every season! But especially from spring to autumn. Arashiyama is well known for its quite beautiful cherry blossoms, young green leaves and autumn colors. The scene in winter with snow also attracts a lot of people.

Can I make changes after I book?

Yes! If you need to make changes such as removing or adding someone to your booking or changing the date or time of your tour, contact us by phone or email

Starting and ending points of the tour.

After you secure your booking, the starting and ending points of your tour can be customized to your convenience (ex.: your hotel, nearby stations, etc.). Don't worry, we will take care of you! Some tours may have an extra fee for this service, make sure to check the tour page.

What happens after I book a tour?

After booking a tour, the guide will accept (or decline) your booking within 24 hours. Then you will be noticed by email from Triplelights.

Can the guide pickup me at the airport?

Yes, but there will be additional charge for that and it is not by car. The guide will go pick you up using public transportations. For further details, please contact your guide directly.

I'm travelling alone. Can I book this tour?

Yes, you can and you may be able to get a discount if you are traveling alone. Price depends on which guide you choose.

Organized by Keiko

Hello, I'm Keiko. I have two national qualifications as a tour guide, one is English, and the other is German. I was brought up in Kyoto, among a lot of old Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines.(ex. Kiyomizu Temple, Toji Temple, Yasaka Shrine, Heian Shrine, Fushimi Inari Shrine and so on) Some of them are now famous worldwide and on the UNESCO World Heritage List. From childhood, a daily sight with a lot of tourists from abroad has been quite normal for me. I had already been thinking,"What can I do for them?" (Of course, I'm thinking of it today, too.) And the answer was,"I would be a guide, to make their time in Kyoto much more wonderful". At last, the time has come! There are uncountable sightseeing spots in Kyoto, so you'll need some help, if you want to see and go around the city efficiently. It's much better with a guide who knows Kyoto very well, just like me! And furthermore, it'll lead you to a better understanding of Japanese culture. Don't hesitate to ask me, I can arrange the best trip for you, with a lot of choices and something to fit your taste.

Reviews ( 17 )

“ Fantastic guide - best bike tour! ”

Keiko provided perhaps the finest moss garden tour in Japan. Her Bicycle Tour of Kyoto Temples and Shrines was a superb and highly recommended experience for those who love gardens and to depart from the beaten and crowded tourist scene. Keiko speaks very good English, she’s pleasant, quick to smile and awaited patiently while my family soaked up the finest moss gardens that we’ve encountered anywhere on planet Earth. Keiko shared her knowledge of the Kyoto shrines, temples, and Flora in the area, taking time to tell the stories of the original creators of the temples, some inspiring, some sad, but all very interesting. Keiko graciously accommodated us in taking family photographs and stopping to take scenic photos for which we are grateful. My wife, family and I very much enjoyed our experience with Keiko and highly recommend both Keiko and the Bike tour she provides in Kyoto. Finally, we appreciate Keiko making the extra effort after the tour to identify a shop in Kyoto to purchase exquisite Japanese umbrellas. Keiko took the time to find and email us the information the evening after our tour.

Keiko:

Dear Tom,
Thank you for joining in my bike tour in Arashiyama and for the message. I am very happy to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful scenes there on your wedding anniversary. You walked in some smaller temples admiring the beautiful mosses and atmosphere. That made me very proud of my hometown and now, I am sure that my choice is worth visiting and viewing. I hope you will continue to remember the day in Arashiyama and come back here again someday. Lastly, I am grateful to you for your gifts. Thank you very much. I wish you the best.
Best regards,
Keiko

“ Kyoto tour and transport transfer assistance ”

We found Keiko to be an excellent guide, she was very organised and went out of her way to ensure we got to visit the key areas of interest to us. We engaged her services on two occasions and each time she was very knowledgeable and helpful and a pleasure to be with. She contributed a lot to our enjoyment of Kyoto. We thoroughly recommend her services.

Keiko:

Dear Michelle,
Thank you for your message and compliments. You were very friendly and kind so I also had a very good time with you. The flower you gave me bloomed a while and reminded me of you. There is nothing that could make me happier than that you liked Japan, Kyoto and Japanese Yuzu! And I hope the Japanese Washi papers will be a help for your partner's career. Lastly, thank you again for joining in my tour, I am looking forward to seeing you sometime again!
Best regards,
Keiko

“ Wonderful tour ”

Knowledgeable and kind. Keiko brought us to many beautiful areas of Arashiyama. This was an excellent experience and would recommend to our friends! Many thanks Keiko!

Keiko:

Dear Erin,
I am very happy to hear from you. It was not so nice weather, but you were very lucky to have seen the autumn colors which encapsulate the beauty of Arashiyama. Of course, each season has its own beauty so if you have a chance, please visit Arashiyama again in other seasons! Thank you again for joining my tour. I hope I can see you again sometime soon.
Best regards,
Keiko

“ Keiko was excellent! ”

Keiko was so kind to adjust to the changes we requested for the tour. She communicated with us consistently and we are very thankful that we got to meet her. We loved our Arashiyama Tour with her and it was such a lovely day spent in Kyoto with all the best tourist spots checked from our itinerary with perfectly calculated timing.
My Mom and I are glad to gain a friend in Keiko and we will surely be booking her again when we come back...
Arigatou Gozaimasu, Keiko and TripleLights!

Keiko:

Dear Maria, thank you very much for your favorable message. I am very very glad to hear that you and your mother enjoyed Arashiyama in a limited time. I wanted to show you the area more, but I also had a really good time with you! Thank you again for joining my tour. See you soon, I am always waiting for your next visit to Kyoto with plenty of time! Arigatou!!
Best regards,
Keiko

“ A Fascinating View of Kyoto ”

Keiko is a Kyoto native and knows her city well. The Arashiyama area of the city, outside the centre, is home to the famous Bamboo Forest and to many amazing temples and shrines. Doing a cycle tour allowed us to see so much more in a day than doing a similar route on foot, and I strongly recommend this tour. Keiko guided us round a logical route through the area, offering a great insight into the history and cultural significance of the buildings we visited. Please do consider this wonderful tour - you won't regret it!

Keiko:

Hello Sean, I am very glad to receive your message. At first, I really worried about the weather, but it recovered by a miracle and we could visit more places by bicycle! I also had a great time with you, exchanging a lot about Japan and UK. Your gifts were very nice, thank you very much. If you have chance to come to Kyoto again, let's visit Arashiyama one more time. The river must be so calm....!! Thank you again for joining my bike tour, I look forward to seeing you sometime soon!
Best regards,
Keiko

I really enjoyed spending the day exploring Arashiyama with Keiko. She was very kind and shared her culture and knowledge of the beautiful old temples and shrines we visited. I love the pace of biking to get from place to place. The bamboo forest is enchanting. We enjoyed a simple picnic lunch by the river. A highlight for me was visiting the monkey park.

Keiko:

Hello Helen, I am very glad to receiving your message and that you enjoyed my tour. It was very hot but the picnic lunch and the monkey park were really fun! Baby monkeys were so adorable. We also talked about religions a lot by visiting temples and shrines, I hope that became good experience to you. I would like to say "Thank you for joining in my tour and I hope to see you soon!" Best regards, Keiko

Keiko was a great guide. We had tons of fun! Not only was she very knowledgable of the Arashiyama area, she was inquisitive and tailored our tour to our specific interests. She is a warm and friendly person, truly an asset to your company. I will recommend her to my traveling friends. Thank you so much,
Sally and Gianmarco Pagliai

Keiko:

Hello Sally and Gianmarco, I am very glad to hear from you. I also had a great time cycling in Arashiyama with you! We could enjoy beautiful Japanese gardens and the tranquillity of the area. I hope they became good memories of Kyoto and will be good ideas for your career. Thank you very much for joining in my tour. I look forward to seeing you again and your traveling friends sometime soon. Thank you, "arigatou!"
Best regards,
Keiko